Energetics, full time studies, first degree studies (engineering) (ENS1)

educational standards in accordance with the directive of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, dated July 12, 2007 concerning the description of educational standards for particular study courses and education levels as well as procedures for establishment and the condiontions to be met by the university to conduct both interdisciplinary and conbined studies courses (Dz. U. No 164, item. 1166 incl. later amendments). The standards define general course requirements including the number of teaching hours, graduate`s profile, curricula for individual courses including subjects of general, core and specialist education as well as requirements and recommendations concerning internship.

Resolution No. 25/51/2012 of the Senate of Bialystok University of Technology of 24 May 2012 on determining learning outcomes for first cycle courses in the field of Power Engineering at Bialystok University of Technology

Meaning of symbols:
EN1 (before underscores) – learning outcomes for first cycle courses in the field of Power Engineering;
W – category of knowledge;
U – category of skills;
K – social competence;
T1A – learning outcomes in the educational area of technical sciences for first cycle courses;
01, 02, 03 and subsequent numbers – number of the learning outcome

Symbol - After having completed a second cycle course in the field of Power Engineering, graduates - Reference to learning outcomes for the area of technical sciences

KNOWLEDGE
EN1_W01 - have a systematised knowledge of mathematics, involving algebra and geometry, analysis, mathematical logics, probability theory, as well as elements of discrete and applied mathematics, including mathematical and numerical methods, necessary for: describing and analysing the functioning of elements, circuits, and systems; describing and analysing the functioning of elements, circuits, and systems in power engineering; describing and analysing the basic signal processing algorithms; combining elements, circuits, and systems in power engineering - T1A_W01, T1A_W07
EN1_W02 - have a systematised knowledge of classical as well as contemporary physics and the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, in particular: basic knowledge of general principles of physics; systematised knowledge of linear, rotary, oscillating, and wave motion mechanics as well as acoustics; systematised knowledge of mechanics; systematised knowledge of optics and the fundamentals of quantum mechanics; basic knowledge of electricity, magnetism, and nuclear physics; basic knowledge of optics - T1A_W01
EN1_W03 - have a basic knowledge of chemistry (in particular of the structural elements of matter, the periodic table, chemical bonds, the states of matter, and chemical compounds); graduates have a basic knowledge concerning the kinetics of chemical reactions, electrochemistry, and metal corrosion - T1A_W01, T1A_W02
EN1_W04 - have a basic and systematised knowledge of technical mechanics, in particular of statics, dynamics, kinematics, and mechanical and thermal stresses - T1A_W01, T1A_W02, T1A_W03
EN1_W05 - have an elementary knowledge of applying engineering graphics to solving engineering problems concerning power engineering; graduates have a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of the engineering design process, the principles of the construction and strength calculations of machine parts and assemblies - T1A_W02, T1A_W07
EN1_W06 - have a systematised and theoretically-based knowledge of electrical engineering, and have an elementary knowledge of the methodology and techniques of programming, including the knowledge of information technology - T1A_W03
EN1_W07 - have a basic knowledge of performing measurements of physical quantities and developing overviews of their results (in particular concerning the metrology of electrical and non-electrical quantities); graduates know and understand methods of measuring the basic physical quantities and technical parameters characterising electrical and power engineering elements, equipment, and systems of various types - T1A_W01,
T1A_W03, T1A_W04, T1A_W07
EN1_W08 - have a basic knowledge of defining and characterising technical materials as well as thermal and thermal-chemical processing of selected materials - T1A_W06, T1A_W07
EN1_W09 - have an elementary knowledge of the operating principles of electronic and power electronic elements and circuits, including a detailed knowledge necessary to understand the functioning of the basic power electronic converters used in renewable energy sources - T1A_W02, T1A_W04
EN1_W10 - have a detailed and theoretically-based knowledge of fluid mechanics, including issues concerning the flow of liquids and gases - T1A_W03
EN1_W11 - have a basic knowledge of primary and secondary energy conversion technologies, the construction and operation of power engineering equipment as well as steam power stations, and of water preparation technologies for power engineering purposes - T1A_W02, T1A_W06
EN1_W12 - have a systematised and theoretically-based knowledge of electric machinery, including the knowledge necessary to understand processes in static and dynamic states - T1A_W01, T1A_W03,
T1A_W04
EN1_W13 - have a theoretically-based, systematised knowledge of technical thermodynamics, in particular of thermal properties of substances, the principles of thermodynamics in transformations of steam, mixtures, and humid gases, thermodynamic cycles in power engineering, and also heat exchange by conduction, convection, and radiation - T1A_W02, T1A_W04
EN1_W14 - have an elementary knowledge of the influence of power engineering on the natural environment, as well as have a basic knowledge necessary to understand non-technical constraints in engineering activities; graduates have an elementary knowledge of the occupational safety and health principles applicable while operating power engineering equipment - T1A_W02, T1A_W08
EN1_W15 - have a basic knowledge of nuclear power engineering, including the knowledge of the principles of the functioning of and operating power engineering equipment which uses nuclear technology; graduates are also aware of the influence of the harmful effects of this technology on the natural environment - T1A_W02,
T1A_W08
EN1_W16 - have a basic knowledge of automatic control, microprocessor circuits controlling power electronic converters, as well as of selected types of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) - T1A_W02, T1A_W07
EN1_W17 - have a basic knowledge of the life cycle, conditions, and functioning of selected types of electric and power engineering equipment; graduates also know and understand problems concerning the functioning of power engineering systems - T1A_W02, T1A_W05, T1A_W06, T1A_W07
EN1_W18 - have a systematised and theoretically-based knowledge of power engineering management, know and understand energy production processes, and have a basic knowledge of development trends in energy production and processing - T1A_W03, T1A_W04, T1A_W05
EN1_W19 - have a basic knowledge of the properties of fuels and methods of determining them, of the combustion process and the properties of combustion products as well as of the technologies of using power engineering fuels - T1A_W02, T1A_W07
EN1_W20 - have a basic knowledge of equipment operation, including reliability problems pertaining to the basic electric and power engineering machines and equipment - T1A_W02, T1A_W06, T1A_W07
EN1_W21 - have an elementary knowledge of the protection of intellectual property and patent law, as well as a basic knowledge of management (including quality management) and conducting business activity - T1A_W09,
T1A_W10
EN1_W22 - know general principles of creating and developing various forms of individual business activity - T1A_W11
EN1_W23 - have a general knowledge of the grammar of a foreign language and a vocabulary enabling them to participate in discussions on technical issues concerning power engineering, and also to understand and create sophisticated texts concerning this discipline - T1A_W01

SKILLS
EN1_U01 - can obtain information from literature, databases, and other sources, also in a foreign language; graduates can integrate the obtained information as well as interpret it; they can also draw conclusions, formulate and justify their opinions, and use specification sheets in order to select appropriate power engineering, electric power engineering, and electric equipment - T1A_U01, T1A_U16
EN1_U02 - have a knowledge of a foreign language at a level which is sufficient for communication and for reading and understanding specification sheets, application notes, and operating instructions of electronic equipment, information technology tools, and similar documents, pursuant to the requirements of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages for the B2 level - T1A_U01, T1A_U06
EN1_U03 - can classify the basic chemical elements as well as simple chemical compounds, and describe the behaviour of inorganic compounds, also in solutions; graduates classify and describe the basic chemical changes, including combustion reactions, as well as physicochemical phenomena, including metal corrosion - T1A_U01, T1A_U03
EN1_U04 - can explain and evaluate the importance of the particular elements and systems in power stations; graduates can explain the importance of respecting legal and ethical norms as well as environmental standards - T1A_U01, T1A_U07, T1A_U09
EN1_U05 - can work individually as well as in a group; graduates can estimate the time period needed for the realization of a designated task; they can develop and implement work schedules ensuring completing tasks within the specified period of time - T1A_U02
EN1_U06 - can model the basic mechanical systems and analyse their functioning - T1A_U09
EN1_U07 - can prepare documentation and short presentations (also in a foreign language) on the implementation of engineering tasks, and also discuss the results as well as conclusions concerning these tasks - T1A_U03, T1A_U04
EN1_U08 - can describe and determine the flow parameters in simple flow systems as well as perform basic measurements of the flow pressure and rate - T1A_U09
EN1_U09 - can apply elements of engineering graphics to solving engineering problems concerning power engineering, and know the construction of the basic machine elements and assemblies; graduates can also determine the operating principle as well as select elements of machine parts, and can read engineering drawing - T1A_U07, T1A_U09
EN1_U10 - can classify and characterise the basic engineering materials, apply the appropriate methods in materials research, as well as correctly select construction and operating materials - T1A_U09
EN1_U11 - can conduct energy balances for power engineering equipment and systems as well as their elements, determine the parameters and efficiency of conversion and thermodynamic cycles, and determine the exchanged heat fluxes for the basic system geometry - T1A_U09
EN1_U12 - can apply the appropriate methods to analysing and designing thermal power stations as well as power engineering equipment - T1A_U09
EN1_U13 - can determine the energy value of fuels, analyse combustion processes, evaluate combustion technologies, and perform fuel properties measurements - T1A_U09
EN1_U14 - can design the basic power engineering equipment and systems as well as evaluate their efficiency; graduates know the principles of operating and can appropriately operate the basic electric and power engineering machines and equipment - T1A_U09
EN1_U15 - have the ability to self-educate, among others, in order to improve their professional competence - T1A_U05
EN1_U16 - can plan and perform measurements of the basic parameters characterising electric and power engineering equipment as well as configure the basic equipment working in electrical grids and in power engineering systems; graduates can present the obtained results, interpret them, and draw the appropriate conclusions - T1A_U07, T1A_U08, T1A_U11
EN1_U17 - can use appropriately selected methods, models, and equipment, and also computer simulations to analyse and evaluate the functioning of selected types of equipment and electrical and thermal systems as well as elements of power engineering systems - T1A_U07, T1A_U08, T1A_U09
EN1_U18 - can identify and interpret hazards connected to working with electric equipment; graduates can create safe and ergonomic work-stands - T1A_U11
EN1_U19 - are aware of non-technical aspects of engineering tasks concerning selected elements or fragments of power engineering systems (including also the environmental, economic, and legal aspects) while formulating and solving these tasks - T1A_U10, T1A_U12
EN1_U20 - can design and critically analyse selected power engineering systems, considering the predefined utilitarian and economic criteria, and applying the appropriate methods, techniques, and tools, including computer-aided methods, techniques, and tools - T1A_U12, T1A_U13, T1A_U16
EN1_U21 - can create control algorithms as well as launch and test selected functional blocks of control systems; graduates can combine subassemblies to form selected types of power electronic converters (according to the predefined specifications), and also launch and test these converters - T1A_U14, T1A_U16
EN1_U22 - can evaluate the relevance of standard methods and tools used for solving simple engineering tasks typical of power engineering, as well as select and apply the appropriate methods and tools - T1A_U15
EN1_U23 - can design simple types of equipment, objects, or basic systems forming parts of power engineering systems (according to the predefined specifications), using the appropriate methods and tools - T1A_U16

SOCIAL COMPETENCE
EN1_K01 - understand the need and know the possibilities of further education (second and third cycle courses, postgraduate courses, training courses), thus improving their professional, personal, and social competence; graduates can also inspire educational processes of other people - T1A_K01
EN1_K02 - understand and realise the importance of non-technical aspects and results of professional activities of power engineers, including the influence of these activities on the environment, and the responsibility for decisions pertaining to the activities - T1A_K02
EN1_K03 - can work individually as well as in a group; graduates can estimate the time period needed for the realization of a designated task; they can develop and implement work schedules ensuring completing tasks within the specified period of time, taking the specified priorities into consideration - T1A_K03, T1A_K04
EN1_K04 - are aware of responsibility for their own work; they are prepared to obey the rules of working in a team and to take responsibility for tasks implemented together with other people - T1A_K03
EN1_K05 - realise the importance of behaving in a professional way, adhering to the principles of professional ethics and to ethical norms in their private lives, as well as respecting the diversity of opinions and cultures - T1A_K05
EN1_K06 - can think and work in a creative and enterprising way - T1A_K06
EN1_K07 - are aware of the social role of graduates of technical universities; in particular, they understand the need to formulate and communicate to the society (among others, through the mass media) information and opinions concerning achievements in power engineering and other aspects of professional activities of power engineers; graduates endeavour to communicate such information and opinions in a commonly understandable way - T1A_K07